Design and application of stormwater runoff quantity and quality control systems for urban development including: bioretention, living roofs, swales, permeable/porous pavement, detention ponds, and constructed wetlands. An independent project couples technical design, safety, maintenance, construction, hydrologic and water quality modelling, and stakeholder engagement in an application of "Low Impact Design" from the site to the catchment scale.
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By the end of this course, students will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the effects of urban development on the hydrologic cycle (Capability 1 and 6) Demonstrate an understanding of urban stormwater contaminants and sources (Capability 1 and 6) Develop, design and justify strategies for urban stormwater pollution control, including the design of stormwater management devices (aka stormwater control measures / best management practices) (Capability 1, 2 and 3) Become proficient with and use runoff estimation and water quality assessment methods used in stormwater management in the Auckland Region (Capability 1 and 3) Understand and apply the principles and application of water sensitive design (Capability 1, 2 and 3) Work collaboratively and learn from one�s peers, and learn to work as a team (Capability 3, 4 and 5) Prepare and present results in a professional and self-explanatory style